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Jazz 300 Owners Guide © April 2001 Xantrex International.
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Contact Information
Tel: 604.422.8595 or 1.800.670.0707
Fax: 604.420.1591 or 1.800.994.7828
Email: support.jazz@xantrex.com
Web: www.xantrex.com
Part No. 445-0120-01-01 Revision 2
Contents
Safety First .......................................................................... 1
1 Introduction ........................................................................ 4
2 Installation Guidelines .......................................................... 6
3 Using the Jazz 300 .............................................................. 9
4 Troubleshooting ................................................................ 16
5 Limited Warranty
6 Out-of-Warranty Service Information ................................... 24
(USA and Canada only) .......................................... 20
Safety First
Incorrect installation or misuse of the Jazz 300 may result in danger to the user or
hazardous conditions. We urge you to pay special attention to all CAUTION and
WARNING statements. CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that
may result in damage to the Jazz 300 or to other equipment. WARNING statements
identify conditions that may result in personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING! Shock hazard. Keep away from children.
· The Jazz 300 generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a normal
household wall outlet. Treat it with the same respect that you would any AC
outlet.
· Do not insert foreign objects into the Jazz 300s AC outlets, fan or vent
openings.
· Do not expose the Jazz 300 to water, rain, snow or spray.
· Do not, under any circumstances, connect the Jazz 300 to utility power AC
distribution wiring.
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WARNING! Heated surface.
· The Jazz 300s housing may become uncomfortably warm, reaching 140°F (60°C)
under extended high power operation. Ensure at least 2 inches (5 cm) of air
space is maintained on all sides of the Jazz 300. During operation, keep away
from materials that may be affected by high temperatures.
WARNING! Explosion hazard.
· Do not use the Jazz 300 in the presence of flammable fumes or gases, such as in
the bilge of a gasoline powered boat, or near propane tanks. Do not use the
Jazz 300 in an enclosure containing automotive-type, lead-acid batteries. These
batteries, unlike sealed batteries, vent explosive hydrogen gas, which can be
ignited by sparks from electrical connections.
· When working on electrical equipment always ensure someone is nearby to help
you in an emergency.
CAUTION!
· Do not connect live AC power to the Jazz 300s AC outlets. The inverter will be
damaged even if it is switched OFF.
· Do not connect any AC load, which has its neutral conductor connected to
ground, to the Jazz 300.
· Do not expose the Jazz 300 to temperatures exceeding 104°F (40°C).
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CAUTION! Do not use the Jazz 300 with the following equipment:
· Small battery operated products such as rechargeable flashlights, some
rechargeable shavers, and night-lights that are plugged directly into an AC
receptacle to recharge.
· Certain battery chargers for battery packs used in hand powered tools. These
chargers will have warning labels stating that dangerous voltages are present at
the chargers battery terminals.
· Connect Jazz 300 only to batteries with a 12-volt nominal output. A battery with
6-volt nominal output will not supply enough voltage and a battery with 24-volt
nominal output will damage the inverter.
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1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the JazzTM 300 Power Inverter. The Jazz 300 is a compact
and highly portable power inverter from Xantrex, the leader in the field of high
frequency inverter design. From the 12-volt outlet in your vehicle or boat, or directly
from a dedicated 12-volt battery, the Jazz 300 will efficiently and reliably power a
wide variety of household AC products, such as TVs, computers, VCRs, and many
more. The Jazz 300 is designed to provide years of trouble-free operation and includes
automatic safety monitoring circuitry to protect the inverter, and your battery, from
inadvertent overload conditions.
Read this guide before installing or using the Jazz 300 and save it for future
reference.
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Safety Features
These advanced safety features are built into the Jazz 300:
· Electronic overload protection with automatic shutdown.
· Built-in internal backup DC fuse provides added safety.
· Low battery voltage warning followed by automatic shutdown.
· High input voltage protection with automatic shutdown.
· Over temperature protection with automatic shutdown.
· Output short circuit protection.
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2 Installation Guidelines
Selecting a Suitable Location
For safe and optimum performance, install the Jazz 300 in a location that is
Dry. Do not expose to water drip or spray.
Cool. Operate only in ambient temperatures between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F
(40°C). Keep away from furnace heating vents or other heat producing equipment.
Well ventilated. Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) clearance above and on all sides
of the unit for proper cooling.
Safe. Do not install Jazz 300 in a compartment with batteries or flammable
liquids, such as gasoline, or explosive vapors.
Clean and free of dust and dirt. This is especially important if the Jazz
300 is used in a work environment.
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Using the DC Cable-Plug
Due to limitations in the common 12-volt outlet in a vehicle or boat, the Jazz 300
should only be used to supply AC power to products that require 150 watts (about
1.3 amps) or less. If your application requires more than 150 watts (but less than 240
watts continuous) or has a high start-up surge, see Using the DC Cable-Clips.
1. Attach the ring type connector marked with red to the positive (+) DC terminal
on the Jazz 300 and attach the ring connector marked with black to the negative (-)
DC terminal.
CAUTION! A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) may
damage the Jazz 300. Damage caused by a reverse polarity connection is
not covered under warranty.
2. Tighten the nut on each DC terminal by hand until it is snug. Do not over tighten.
3. Insert the plug of this cable into the 12-volt outlet and switch the unit ON. See
Section 4 if the Jazz 300 does not operate properly after being connected.
4. When the Jazz 300 is not in use, unplug it from the 12-volt outlet to prevent slight
discharge of the battery.
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Using the DC Cable-Clips
By directly connecting the Jazz 300 to a 12-volt battery with the DC Cable-Clips,
you can operate products with power requirements up to 240 watts continuous. If
you want to permanently connect the Jazz 300 to a battery, contact Xantrex customer
service (see Contact Information).
1. Follow steps 1 and 2 above (Using the DC Cable-Plug) to attach the ring type
connectors.
2. Attach the black negative clip to the negative (-) battery terminal
3. Attach the red positive clip to the positive (+) battery terminal. Make sure both
clips are securely connected to the battery terminals, as a loose connection will
cause excessive voltage drop and may cause the cables to overheat resulting in
equipment damage or fire.
4. Switch the Jazz 300 ON. See Section 4 if the Jazz 300 does not operate properly
after being connected.
5. When the Jazz 300 is not in use, disconnect the DC Cable-Clips from the
battery.
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3 Using the Jazz 300
The Jazz 300 is capable of continuously powering most 120-volt AC products that
use 240 watts or less. Its AC output waveform, called modified-sine wave, is
designed to function similarly to the sine wave shape of utility power.
The power, or wattage, rating of AC products is the average power they use. When
many AC products are first switched on, they initially consume more power than
their power rating. TVs, monitors, and electric motors are examples of products that
have high surge requirements at start up. Although the Jazz 300 can supply
momentary surge power as high as 500 watts, occasionally some products rated less
than 240 watts may exceed its surge capabilities and trigger its safety overload
shutdown feature. If this problem occurs when attempting to operate several AC
products at the same time, try first switching on the inverter with all AC products
switched off, then one by one switch each on, starting with the high surge product
first.
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Figure 1 - Features and Accessories
Indicators and Controls (see Figure 1)
· Two AC outlets are provided on one end of the Jazz 300. Any combination of
120-volt AC products with a total continuous power consumption of 240 watts
or less may be plugged in.
· The ON/OFF switch enables output AC power at the AC outlets when switched
ON.
· The green POWER light indicates AC power is present at the two AC outlets and
the Jazz 300 is operating normally.
· The red FAULT light indicates inverter shutdown caused by low or high voltage,
overload or excessive temperature.
Inverter Operation
1. When properly connected to a 12-volt outlet or battery, turning the ON/OFF
switch ON, will illuminate the green POWER light, and deliver AC power to the
two outlets.
2. Plug the AC product(s) you wish to operate into the AC outlet(s) and switch
them on, one at a time.
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3. As the battery charge is used up, battery voltage begins to fall. When the Jazz 300
senses that the voltage at its DC input has dropped to 10.7 volts, an audible alarm
sounds. This allows time for computers or other sensitive devices to be shut
down.
4. If the audible alarm is ignored, the Jazz 300 will automatically shut down when
the battery voltage drops to 10.0 volts. This prevents battery damage from
excessive discharge. After auto shut down, the red FAULT light illuminates.
IMPORTANT: Vehicle batteries are designed to provide brief periods
of very high current needed for engine starting. They are not
intended for constant deep discharge. Regularly operating the Jazz
300 from a vehicle battery until the low voltage alarm sounds will
shorten the life of the battery. Consider connecting the Jazz 300 to a
separate deep discharge type battery if you will be frequently running
electrical products for extended periods of time.
5. If an AC product rated higher than 240 watts (or which draws excessive surge
power) is connected, the Jazz 300 will shut down. The red FAULT light will turn
on.
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6. If the Jazz 300 exceeds a safe operating temperature, due to insufficient ventilation
or a high temperature environment, it will automatically shut down. The red
FAULT light will turn on and the audio warning will sound.
7. Should a defective battery charging system cause the battery voltage to rise to
dangerously high levels, the Jazz 300 automatically shuts down.
CAUTION! Although the Jazz 300 incorporates protection
against over-voltage, it may still be damaged if the input
voltage exceeds 16 volts.
8. The cooling fan is designed to operate only when output power is greater than 100
watts.
9. In the event of an overload, low battery voltage or overheating, the Jazz 300 will
automatically shut down (See Section 4).
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Battery Operating Time
Operating time will vary depending on the charge level of the battery, its capacity and
the power level drawn by the particular AC load. With a typical vehicle battery and a
100-watt load (such as a small TV), an operating time of 23 hours or more can be
expected.
When using a vehicle battery as a power source, it is strongly recommended to start
the vehicle every hour or two to recharge the battery before its capacity drops too
low. The Jazz 300 can operate while the engine is running, but the normal voltage drop
that occurs during starting may trigger the Jazz 300s low voltage shutdown feature.
Because the Jazz 300 draws less than 0.2 amps with the ON/OFF switch in the ON
position and with no AC products connected, it has minimal impact on battery
operating times.
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Interference with Electronic Equipment
Generally, most AC products operate with the Jazz 300 just as they would with
household AC power. Below is information concerning two possible exceptions.
Buzzing Sound in Audio Systems and Radios - Some inexpensive stereo
systems, boom boxes, and AM-FM radios have inadequate internal power
supply filtering and buzz slightly when powered by the Jazz 300. Generally, the
only solution is an audio product with a higher quality filter.
Television Interference - The Jazz 300 is shielded to minimize its interference
with TV signals. However, with weak TV signals interference may be visible in the
form of lines scrolling across the screen. The following should minimize or eliminate
the problem:
· Use an extension cord to increase the distance between the Jazz 300 and the TV,
antenna and cables.
· Adjust the orientation of the Jazz 300, television, antenna and cables.
· Maximize TV signal strength by using a better antenna and use shielded antenna cable
where possible.
· Try a different TV. Different models of televisions vary considerably in their
susceptibility to interference.
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4 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no inverter lights are ON.
Possible Cause
Battery is defective.
Inverter has been connected with reverse
DC input polarity.
Loose cable connections.
PROBLEM: Inverter will run some small loads, but not larger ones.
Possible Cause
Voltage drop across DC cables.
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Check battery and replace if required.
Check connection to battery. Probable
inverter damage has occurred. Have unit
repaired (not covered by warranty).
Check cables and connections. Tighten as
required.
Shorten cables or use heavier cables.
Suggested Remedy
Suggested Remedy
PROBLEM: Measured inverter output is too low.
Possible Cause
Standard average-reading AC voltmeter
used to measure output voltage, resulting
in an apparent reading 5 to 15 volts too low.
Battery voltage is too low.
PROBLEM: Alarm is sounding.
Possible Cause
Low voltage shutdown or thermal
shutdown has occurred.
Suggested Remedy
Inverters modified sine wave output
requires true RMS voltmeter, such as
Fluke 87 series multimeter, for accurate
measurement.
Recharge battery.
Suggested Remedy
Shorten cables or use heavier cables.
Recharge battery. Allow unit to cool.
Improve air circulation around unit. Locate
unit to a cooler environment. Reduce load
if continuous operation is required.
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PROBLEM: Battery run time is less than expected.
Possible Cause
AC product power consumption is higher
than rated.
Battery is old or defective.
Battery is not being properly charged.
Power dissipation in DC cables.
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Suggested Remedy
Use a larger battery to make up for increased
power requirement.
Replace battery.
Many simple chargers are unable to charge
a battery fully. Replace charger with better
model such as a TRUECHARGETM smart
charger.
Use shorter/heavier DC cables.
PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, red FAULT light ON.
Possible Cause
Suggested Remedy
AC product(s) connected are rated at more
than 240 watts; overload shutdown has
occurred.
AC Product is rated less than 240 watts;
high starting surge has caused overload
shutdown.
Battery is discharged (alarm is sounding).
Jazz 300 has overheated due to poor
ventilation and has caused over temperature
shutdown.
Input voltage is greater than 15.0 volts.
Use product with a power rating less than
240 watts (or 120 volts/2.0 amps).
Product exceeds inverters surge capability.
Use a product with starting surge power
within the Jazz 300s capability.
Recharge battery.
Switch Jazz 300 OFF and allow to cool for
15 minutes. Clear blocked fan or remove
objects covering unit. Locate unit to a cooler
environment. Reduce load if continuous
operation is required. Restart.
Verify charging system is properly regulated
and battery is 12 volts nominal.
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5 Limited Warranty (USA and Canada only)
What Does This Warranty Cover? Xantrex manufactures its products from parts
and components that are new or equivalent to new, in accordance with industry
standard practices. This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials.
How Long Does The Coverage Last? This warranty lasts for 3 months from the
date of purchase. Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose are limited to 3 months from date of purchase. Some jurisdictions do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
not apply to you.
What Does This Warranty Not Cover? This warranty will not apply where the
product has been misused, neglected, improperly installed, physically damaged or
altered, either internally or externally, or damaged from improper use or use in an
unsuitable environment. Xantrex does not warrant uninterrupted operations of its
products. Xantrex shall not be liable for damages, whether direct, incidental, special,
or consequential, or economic loss even though caused by the negligence or fault of
Xantrex. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
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What Will Xantrex Do? At its option, Xantrex will repair or replace the defective
product free of charge. Xantrex will, also at its option, use new and/or reconditioned
parts made by various manufacturers in performing warranty repair and building
replacement products. If Xantrex repairs or replaces a product, its warranty term is
not extended. Xantrex owns all parts removed from repaired products.
Service During Warranty. In order to qualify for the warranty, dated proof of
purchase must be provided and the product must not be disassembled or modified
without prior authorization by Xantrex. If your product requires warranty service,
please return it to the place of purchase along with a copy of your dated proof of
purchase. If you are unable to contact your merchant, or the merchant is unable to
provide service, contact Xantrex directly:
Phone: 6044228595
18006700707
Fax: 6044202145
18009947828
Email: support.jazz@xantrex.com
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You must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from Xantrex
before returning a product directly to Xantrex. Do not return a product to Xantrex
without first obtaining an RMA number. When you contact Xantrex to obtain service,
be prepared to supply the serial number of your product and its date of purchase as
well as information about the installation or use of the unit.
If you are returning a product from the USA or Canada, follow this procedure:
1. Obtain an RMA number and a shipping address from Xantrex. Product(s)
returned without an RMA number or shipped collect will be refused.
2. Package the unit safely, preferably using the original packing materials. Include the
RMA number, a copy of your dated proof of purchase, a return address where the
repaired unit can be shipped, a contact telephone number, and a brief description
of the problem.
3. Ship the unit to the address provided in Step 1, freight prepaid. Obtaining proof
of delivery is recommended.
How Other Laws Apply: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
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For Our Canadian Customers: When used herein implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose includes all warranties and
conditions, express or implied, statutory or otherwise, including without limitation
implied warranties and conditions of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose.
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6 Out-Of-Warranty Service Information
If the warranty period for your Jazz 300 has expired, if the unit was damaged due to
misuse, incorrect installation or if other conditions of the warranty have not been met,
or if no dated proof of purchase is available, your unit may be serviced/replaced for a
minimum flat fee of $35.00 US ($52.50 CDN). To return your Jazz 300 for out of
warranty service, contact Xantrex customer service for a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) number and follow the other steps outlined in the section
Service During Warranty above. Options for payment (e.g. credit card or money
order) will be explained by the customer service representative. In cases where the
minimum flat fee does not apply (e.g. incomplete units or units with excessive
damage), an additional fee will be charged. If applicable, you will be contacted by
customer service once your unit is received. The minimum flat fee is subject to change
without notice.
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7 Specifications
AC output voltage (nominal) 110 Vac
DC input voltage range 1015 Vdc
Continuous AC output power 240 W
30-minute AC output power 300 W
Maximum AC output surge power 500 W
AC output frequency 60 ± 4 Hz
AC output waveform modified sine wave
Battery drain with no AC load (at 12V input) 0.20 A
Efficiency (maximum) 90%
Ambient operating temperature range 32°F104°F
0°C40°C
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Low battery alarm trigger point (nominal) 10.7 V
Low battery shut down point (nominal) 10.0 V
High battery shut down point (nominal) 15 V
Dimensions (L x W x H) 5.1 x 3.7 x 1.9 in
Weight 1.2 lbs / 550 g
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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129 x 94 x 49 mm
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Tel: 604.422.8595
1.800.670.0707
Fax: 604.420.1591
1.800.994.7828
Email: support.jazz@xantrex.com
Web: www.xantrex.com
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